Weathered double-hung window with worn sash and frame details

Problem category

Glass and Seal Damage

Visible cracks, breakage, scratches, etching, and sealed-glass concerns requiring a safe scope assessment.

Is the glass cracked, broken, or surface-damaged?

Urgent Safety

Cracked or Broken Window Glass

Cracked or broken glass can cut people and may be unstable. Keep people and pets away, avoid touching or pressing the pane, and arrange prompt professional assessment. The scope may be glass, sash, or complete-window work depending on safety, product, frame, and provider capability.

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Planning

Scratched or Etched Window Glass

A visible glass mark may be a surface deposit, coating damage, scratch, etching, or between-pane condition. Use only product-approved cleaning on accessible surfaces, stop if the mark or glass condition is uncertain, and ask a qualified provider to identify the affected layer before proposing repair or replacement.

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Explore replacement options

Use the guided problem finder to organize what you observe, or compare the related replacement-service guide.